Maryland SB988 limits stops, detentions, and arrests at judicial facilities to specific circumstances.

Maryland SB988 establishes limitations on stops, detentions, and arrests at judicial facilities, such as courthouses and administrative hearing facilities. The bill specifies that these actions are only permissible under certain conditions, such as when related to a suspected criminal offense, made in accordance with a valid warrant, or for contempt of court. It also prohibits such actions for offenses subject only to a civil penalty unless prior notice is given to the presiding judge or court administrator and the action does not disrupt judicial proceedings.

Maryland SB988 limits stops, detentions, and arrests at judicial facilities to specific circumstances.

Maryland SB988 establishes limitations on stops, detentions, and arrests at judicial facilities, such as courthouses and administrative hearing facilities. The bill specifies that these actions are only permissible under certain conditions, such as when related to a suspected criminal offense, made in accordance with a valid warrant, or for contempt of court. It also prohibits such actions for offenses subject only to a civil penalty unless prior notice is given to the presiding judge or court administrator and the action does not disrupt judicial proceedings.